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Coronavirus Spike Threatens LA School Reopenings, Irking Trump

Health officials warned school districts to plan for distance learning, and the president threatened funding if schools don't fully reopen.

Southland Music Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sex Crimes Using Flutes

Former music teacher John Zeretzke, 61, acknowledged sending tainted flutes to girls in Los Angeles and Orange counties, among other crimes.

Brush Fire Contained In Rancho Palos Verdes

Los Angeles County firefighters have contained a two-acre brush fire in Rancho Palos Verdes.

7 OC Restaurants Close Due To Coronavirus Exposure

In recent days, seven Orange County restaurants have temporarily closed after employees tested positive for COVID-19 or were exposed to it.

Laugh Factory Unveils Massive Black Lives Matter Mural

The 148-foot-long mural was painted by five Black artists in tribute to Black Lives Matter movement.

Coronavirus Deaths Spike As Los Angeles Reaches Critical Juncture

"Tragically we do expect that more of our loved ones and our neighbors may die of COVID-19 in the coming weeks," LA health official warns.

Redondo Beach Woman Killed In Car Crash, Police Report

A 23-year-old woman was killed and several others were injured in a car crash early Wednesday in Redondo Beach.

Woman Suspected Of Killing Kitten Arrested With Another Kitten

Police say they arrested the woman caught on camera spraying bug spray into the mouth of a kitten, and she had another kitten with her.

Teen Shot In The Back 5 Times By LA Deputies: Autopsy

Andres Guardado, an 18-year-old security guard killed by LA sheriff's deputies, was shot from behind, an independent autopsy found.

Photos: Santa Monica's Outdoor Dining, Deserted Beach

The 4th of July was very different in Santa Monica this year. Now, there's a new vibe on Main Street.

Orange County Coronavirus Cases Surpass 20,000; 7 More Deaths

Health officials confirmed 1,333 new coronavirus cases in Orange County on Wednesday, as hospitalizations and ICU admissions keep rising.

Deadly Rabbit Virus Found In Orange County; Guidelines Issued

A deadly virus targeting domestic and wild rabbits has been detected in Orange County, prompting officials to issue new guidelines.

LASD Employee Charged For Alleged Sexual Activity With Detainee

A Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department employee was charged Tuesday with four counts of engaging in sexual activity with a detainee.

Culver City Receives $6.6 Million In COVID-19 Funds For Buses

Officials announced Wednesday that $6.6 million will be provided to the Culver CityBus service in COVID-19 relief funding.

Teen Killed Walking Into Traffic On 405 Freeway

Authorities say a 17-year-old boy deliberately walked into traffic on San Diego (405) Freeway in Van Nuys.